FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Minimum order requirement.
Q- Does Columbia Marking Tools have a minimum order requirement? A- CMT’s minimum order requirement is $50.00. *The cost for shipping is not included as part of the order total.
Air Impact FAQ
Can the model 78 mark a 1/4″ tall character into mild steel?
Q- Can CMT’s model 78 mark a 1/4″ tall character into mild steel? A- No the model 78 air impact marker with the 2″ stroke puts out 2,200 lbs. of force at 80 PSI. (1) 1/4″ tall character going into mild steel will require an estimated 4,000 lbs. of force. Read more…
Air Impact Examples
Model 288 air impact marker with 6″ stroke.
The model 288 has many different options available such as: different stroke lengths, mounting brackets and position sensors. Picture below is of a 288-SP-OB-60-D-NL. The 288 puts out 3 tons of force at 80 PSI. For more information copy and past the link below or call 586-949-8400 http://www.columbiamt.com/CMT-Impact-Marking/Double-Acting-3-Ton.html
Air Impact Examples
Model 78 air impact marker with extended rod.
The model 78 is CMT’s most sold impact marker. It’s compact size makes it a great choice for integrating into a machine design. We can also customize as seen in the picture below. This unit has a 2.5″ extended rod with a 2″ stroke. For more information on CMT air impact Read more…
Air Hammer Applications
Hand held air hammer model 75/85
The model 75/85 are a great option for simple inspection marks. These units take out the safety hazard of hand stamping. Available in 1,500 lbs. of force (model 75) and 2,500 lbs. of force. (model 85) See picture below. (shown with optional FRL/15′ air hose) Call 586-949-8400 for pricing.
Custom Hand Stamps
Classic car restoration
Customer- I am restoring a 1966 Chevy and would like to mark the engine block. Can you replicate the current markings on the engine? If so what do you need me to provide. Thank you. CMT- Yes we can replicate the font. We would need a high resolution picture Read more…
Flat Indention Numbering Heads - 123 & 130
130P-AC04283 press style numbering head
130P-6M-3MM-AC04283 Press style numbering head featuring: (6) manually indexed wheels 3mm Tall characters sharp face One piece frame All wheels to read: 0 thru 9
Dot-Peen
IM-ID60 with new bellows cover
Model IM-ID60 with CMT’s new debris bellows cover. (high temp version) Ref. job AK07958 Click on picture to enlarge.
Air Impact Applications
Model 651 Slide-A-Mark with automatic numbering head.
Customer’s application required marking of (2) different automotive parts. Cycle time was very important. So by having the speed of impact marking and the ability to change part numbers quickly with the automatic numbering head this was a great soultion. Ref. job AK05122 (click on pictures to enlarge)
External Videos
IM-C custom solution programmable
IMC Custom Machine click on the link above to view the video.